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2009 Suzuki Equator
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Review and specifications

2009 Suzuki Equator

The Suzuki Equator is a rebadged Nissan Frontier that shares a platform with the Pathfinder and Xterra. We found the Frontier quick and nimble, with a stiff, though tolerable ride. The strong 4.0- liter V6 revs smoothly and feels like a V8. A 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine powers base models. Only crew- and extended-cab body styles are offered, but rear-seat room is tight in the crew cab. The tailgate is very heavy. Curtain air bags are standard and stability control is available.

Market value
$4,888
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Manual
Seats
5
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Model year 2009
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
extended cab
Drive type
4WD
Transmission
Manual, 5-speed
Category
Midsized pickup trucks
Generation began
2009

Pricing

Current retail median
$4,888
Retail value range
$3,825 - $6,300
Original MSRP range
$17,220 - $30,600
Trade-in range
$1,105 - $2,990

Road tests

Test status
Not Tested

Dimensions

Length
206 in
Width
73 in
Height
70 in
Wheelbase
126 in
Weight
4,655 lb
Maximum load
1,160 lb
Towing capacity
6,300 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3 in
Front leg room
40 in
Rear head room
3.5 in
Rear leg room
27 in

Brand context

About Suzuki

Known for offering small cars and SUVs in the 1980s and ‘90s, American Suzuki Motor Corp. eventually expanded its product line. Its final lineup was a mix of unique designs and products that were developed with other automakers. The Suzuki Forenza was based on a design shared with Daewoo and General Motors, and the Equator pickup truck was almost identical to the Nissan Frontier. The Grand Vitara midsized SUV was Suzuki’s own design, as were the last Suzuki cars sold in the U.S., the 2013 Kizashi sedan and SX4 hatchback. Suzuki motorcycles, ATVs, and marine products are still sold in the U.S., and Suzuki cars and SUVs are still available in other countries. Any used Suzuki cars still on the road will likely not have the latest safety and convenience features.

Vehicle ID: 8443 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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